The Board of Trustees is the legal body governing the school. The Board consists of five elected members, the Principal and one member elected by the staff.  The Board currently meets twice a term in Week 4 and Week 9. 

The Board maintains a set of school policies as the elected representatives of the parents, administers the school in accordance with the charter, administers the Government grant given each year, prepares annual budgets and maintains accounts. The Board employs staff and maintains school property.

Current Te Wharau School Board of Trustees:

Carrie White (Chairperson)

Jed Hocart-Saunders

Dion Whaanga

Sarah Donelly

Taimania Clark

Elize Van Heerden (Staff Representative)

Mark Harris (Principal)